Events tagged with "guatemala"

Historical Events tagged with "guatemala"

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Military & Warfare

General Siyaj K'ak' Captures Tikal for Teotihuacán

January 16th, 378 1647 years ago

General Siyaj K'ak' successfully conquered the city of Tikal, a significant Mayan center located in present-day Guatemala. This major military campaign significantly enlarged the domain of King Spearthrower Owl of Teotihuacán, reflecting the influence of Teotihuacán in Maya politics and military affairs. The fall of Tikal not only demonstrated the strategic prowess of Siyaj K'ak' but also marked a shift in the regional power dynamics, as Tikal had been an important player in Maya civilization.